| Word | prevail |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | V. |
| Definition | triumph; predominate; prove superior in strength, power, or influence; be current. |
| Sentence | A radical committed to social change, Reed had no patience with the conservative views that prevailed in the America of his day. |
| Related Words | prevalent, ADJ.; prevailing, ADJ. |
Tags: psat, hf
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